Ipratropium Flashcards

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Generic name for Atrovent

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Ipratropium

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Brand name for Ipratropium

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Atrovent

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3
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Drug class of Atrovent

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Anticholinergic

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Mechanism of action for Atrovent

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inhibits muscarinic acetylcholine receptors in the lungs. Resulting in decreased smooth muscle contractility and decreased mucous production

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Indiciations of Atrovent

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bronchospasm, COPD, asthma, or anaphylaxis

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Contraindications of Atrovent

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hypersensitivity to ipratropium, atropine, alkaloids, or peanuts

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Adverse effects of Atrovent

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headache, dizziness, fatigue, tremors, blurred vision dry mouth, N/V

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Precautions for Atrovent

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none reported

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Dose and admin for Atrovent

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250-500mcg (0.25-0.5mg) nebulized every 20mins. max repeat 3x

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